One of our key areas of focus is combatting wildlife trafficking and the illegal bushmeat trade, which pose severe threats to biodiversity. Through intelligence-led approaches, partnerships with law enforcement, and public awareness campaigns, we disrupt criminal networks while advocating for policy reforms to strengthen wildlife protection. We also work to shift attitudes, educating communities about the devastating consequences of illegal hunting and the alternatives available to ensure food security without harming wildlife populations.

Beyond enforcement, we recognise the importance of rescue, rehabilitation, and rewilding efforts. Our work with pangolins, one of the world’s most trafficked mammals, is a testament to this commitment. Working closely with conservationists and veterinary experts, we rescue pangolins from illegal trade, provide critical care, and facilitate their safe return to the wild. This project not only restores pangolin populations but also raises awareness about the urgent need to protect this vulnerable species.

Empowering people is at the heart of what we do. Through our Women for Conservation initiative, we support and elevate the role of women in wildlife protection and environmental sustainability. By providing mentorship, training, and opportunities for leadership, we are fostering a new generation of female conservationists who are making a profound impact on the ground. Similarly, our Conservation Careers Fair inspires young Zambians to consider careers in conservation by connecting them with professionals and organisations working to protect wildlife and natural resources.

Recognising the power of media and storytelling, we have launched an environmental crime journalism initiative to train and equip journalists with the skills to investigate and report on wildlife crime. By shining a light on the realities of poaching, trafficking, and habitat destruction, we help bring these critical issues to public attention, encouraging action and accountability.

At WCP, we know that no single approach can solve the complex challenges facing Zambia’s wildlife. That’s why we take a multi-faceted strategy—one that combines enforcement, education, rehabilitation, and advocacy. With every project, we move closer to a future where Zambia’s iconic wildlife thrives, local communities benefit from conservation, and illegal activities that threaten our ecosystems are dismantled.

Join us in our mission to protect and preserve Zambia’s incredible biodiversity. Together, we can make a difference.